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System architecture in quantum computing – history repeating itself?
This article explores the evolution of system architecture in quantum computing, drawing parallels with the early days of classical computing. It discusses the current challenges in quantum hardware, the emergence of quantum instruction set architectures (ISAs), and the potential for a RISC vs. CISC debate similar to that in classical computing. The piece highlights opportunities for innovation and intellectual property, suggesting that the choices made now could shape the future landscape of quantum technologies and licensing.
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What is the Unified Patent Court?
01 November 2022
The Unified Patent Court ("UPC") is a new pan-European court which opened for business on 1 June 2023. It adjudicates disputes relating to the new Unitary Patents and also to existing and future...
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What is the Unitary Patent and how do I get one?
01 November 2022
The Unitary Patent (UP) is a single patent right, obtained via the European Patent Office, covering all EU Member States which have ratified the agreement at the patent grant date, and is subject to...
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How does the opt-out work?
01 November 2022
The Unified Patent Court (UPC) will ultimately be responsible for all litigation in participating member states relating to patents granted by the European Patent Office (EPO); national courts in...
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What languages does the UPC use?
01 November 2022
Central Division Proceedings at the central division are in the language in which the patent was granted (i.e., either French, German or English).
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IP considerations arising from increased micro mobility competition
24 June 2022
Following the Queen's Speech, and years of consultations and lobbying from the micro mobility sector, it looks like the e-scooter industry is in for a bumper year.
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Are open-source patent portfolios the key to the EV revolution?
16 June 2022
The widespread rollout of electric vehicles is viewed as a crucial part of the UK's green revolution. When discussing how this can be achieved, charging infrastructure is often cited as the key to...
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What is the likely timing of the UPC and UP coming into being?
09 June 2022
The Unified Patent Court (UPC) is currently completing preparations to be open for business (under the Protocol on the Provisional Application of the UPC Agreement (the ‘PAP-Protocol')).
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The Unitary Patent System is on the way
20 January 2022
We reported last year that the Unitary Patent and Unified Patent Court (UPC) were progressing. The main hurdle left to clear was sufficient countries ratifying the Protocol on the Provisional...
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Hybrid event: Healthcare Innovation & Strategy Series - IP Strategy Beyond Drafting Patents
19 October 2021
We would like to invite you to join us for the second part of our life science and medtech event on 09 November where we will continue to explore upcoming trends in IP and healthcare.
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Unlocking healthcare with AI
16 September 2021
Much has been written about the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential to reshape everyday life.This potential is already being realised in healthcare, with health...
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License to heal
07 September 2021
The hallmark of 5G is extremely low latency speeds. In theory, robotics could be controlled from long distances with just 0.1 seconds of a delay.
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Ask the Experts: What can I do if someone is using my invention without my permission?
02 September 2021
In the previous articles, we looked at the mechanics of filing a patent application. In this last article of our ‘Ask the Experts' series, we will be addressing some of the other ways in which a...
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The personalised healthcare boom
01 September 2021
Personalised healthcare is a fairly new term relating to technology that gives individuals effective healthcare based on their own unique attributes.
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Ask the Experts: How can I manage the costs of a patent?
24 August 2021
In previous articles, we addressed the questions of whether applying for a patent is appropriate, and if so, when this should be done. This article addresses questions around the process for filing a...
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Ask the Experts: Can I get a patent for my invention?
17 August 2021
In the first article in this series, we introduced patent attorneys, and suggested that ‘How do I get a patent’ may not be the first question to ask a patent attorney.
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